Acanto - Chicago

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Acanto

Acanto
4.4 / 5 (8790 reviews)

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Famous for its authentic and approachable Italian cuisine, Acanto Restaurant Wine Bar is located across from Millennium Park on Chicago's Cultural Mile. The restaurant sources artisanal ingredients from Midwest farmers to create seasonally-driven dishes from all regions of Italy. Acanto also offers an impressive wine program, with accolades from World of Fine Wine and Wine Spectator. In addition to classic Italian drinks like spritzes and negronis, the menu features craft cocktails, beer, and spirits. The name "Acanto" is the Italian translation of Acanthus, a flowery leaf seen in Roman architecture and famously used by architect Louis Sullivan in the terra cotta ornamentation on the historic building that houses the restaurant.

Last update: 03.03.2026 from: Gabriele

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★ 4.4 / 5 from 8790 reviews
gpereira-2
03.02.2021

The restaurant was closed!!!!! Why did it offer this time if it was closed. We are at shake shack next door. They need to not offer times that aren't available

draynor
03.02.2021

A solid date spot. Limited menu but a great wine selection. Great location and overall experience. A bit more expensive than other similar places food wise but the wine helped bring it up

atremblay-beach9396
03.02.2021

Had a delicious meal arancini, lobster pasta, and a special carbonade. Drinks and service were topnotch. Its a small dining room and so quite good for conversation. Really enjoyed the relaxed experience. It is a bit pricey, so could be more for a special occasion depending upon your price point

gabriele-mccomas
03.03.2026

Love love this restaurant! I’d argue that it is one of the top places in Chicago as it has such a fabulous dinning atmosphere and the food is always exceptional! Would forever recommend! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Meal type: Dinner

serbout-omar
03.03.2026

Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: $30–40

FAQ

A little farther located is CTA-Adams & Wabash, where you can also access the public transportation.

You can use the WLAN of the establishment free of charge.

The restaurant is a non-smoking restaurant.

You can also enjoy gluten-free meals at the place.

The rooms in the restaurant are wheelchair accessible and can also be used with a wheelchair or physical limitations.

The restaurant also takes credit cards from the common providers as a means of payment.

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